Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP) – AAC Focus

Community Access Unlimited; New Jersey; On-site; USD 72,000 - 88,000; Full time

Job summary

Community Access Unlimited (CAU) is seeking a full-time Speech-Language Pathologist to support adults with I/DD across day programs, homes, and community sites in Union County, NJ. The role emphasizes AAC evaluations, device trials, and collaboration with our Assistive Technology team.

You will evaluate and treat clients, develop individualized plans, and train staff to support communication across settings. A NJ SLP license and a valid driver's license are required, with travel between sites.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in speech-language pathology.
• Current New Jersey licensed Speech-Language Pathologist.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Comfort with computers and Microsoft Office, especially Excel.
• Valid driver's license and access to a car for travel.

Responsibilities

• Deliver speech-language therapy at day program, homes, and community sites.
• Create individualized treatment plans based on each person's needs and preferences.
• Partner with Assistive Technology team on AAC evaluations, device trials, and report writing.
• Order, deliver, set up, and customize AAC devices.

Skills

Excellent communication

Willingness to travel

Team collaboration

Driver's license

Education

Master's degree in Speech-Language Pathology

New Jersey SLP license

Tools

MS Office

Excel

Job description

Help People Find Their Voice

At Community Access Unlimited (CAU), we believe everyone deserves to be heard. We're looking for a passionate speech-language pathologist to join our team in a full-time, community-based role supporting adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities (I/DD).

You’ll evaluate and treat the people we serve wherever they live, work, and spend their day: at our day program, in their homes, and out in the community. A big part of this role is augmentative and alternative communication (AAC), helping people get the right communication device and use it confidently every day.

Position at a Glance

Title: Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP)

Location: Union County, NJ (travel between day program, homes, and community sites)

Status: Full-time

Pay: $80,000

Schedule: Mon-Fri flexibility needed

Provide therapy and evaluations

• Deliver speech-language therapy at our day program, in people's homes, and at community sites.
• Create individualized treatment plans built around each person's needs and preferences.
• Partner with our Assistive Technology team on full AAC evaluations, including feature matching, device trials, and report writing.
• Order, deliver, set up, and customize AAC devices.

Build communication everywhere

• Train staff, families, and peers on how to use AAC devices and support communication.
• Work with each person's support team so strategies carry over across home, day program, and community.
• Train staff on communication supports and check that recommendations are being followed.
• Work with community organizations to expand the reach of our services.

Keep services running smoothly

• Keep timely, accurate clinical documentation in our electronic health record.
• Coordinate approvals for speech and assistive technology services with each person's support coordinator.
• Make sure assessments are signed and filed for Medicaid billing.
• Join team meetings and suggest ways to improve services.

What You Bring

• Master's degree in speech-language pathology.
• Current New Jersey speech-language pathology license
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Comfort with computers and Microsoft Office, especially Excel.
• Valid driver's license and a car for work travel..

Why Join CAU

Since 1979, Community Access Unlimited has helped adults with disabilities and at-risk youth across New Jersey live full, independent lives. Today we support more than 5,000 individuals, and we're still growing.

• Purpose you can see. You'll help people communicate their choices, connect with others, and take part more fully in their communities.
• A mission-driven culture. We put the people we serve first, which means we value inclusion, choice, independence, and self-advocacy.
• Room to grow. Paid training, tuition assistance, and a tuition discount at Kean University (if eligible) help you build your career here.
• Competitive pay and benefits. Full-time staff receive medical and dental insurance, a 401(k) with employer match, paid time off, and more.